As with many things there is a balance that needs to be achieved when it comes to your oil level. We have found that there are two common misconceptions when it comes to oil level. The first misconception is that the more oil the better because you don't want to risk starving your engine. The second misconception is that the lower the oil level the better because you don't want windage in the crankcase that will rob you of power. While both of these concepts are correct, carrying them out to the extreme by just raising and lowering the oil level in a stock oil pan is wrong. This thinking can actual cause more problems then it is supposed to solve.  

Topics: Reducing Engine Wear, Engine Oil System Technology, Oil Pans

As with installing anything the Accusump has a list of Do and Do Nots when installing.  These unfortunately are common mistakes we see despite warnings in our full product installation guide. To save you the time we have listed a few of the common mistakes we see along with the correct way.

Topics: Engine Maintenance, Reviews & Comparisons, Engine Cooling Technology, Engine Oil System Technology, Accusump

In case you missed our first blog, Accusump Basics click here to understand the Accusump and how it works. The most important accessory to an Accusump oiling system is the valve. The valve is important for proper oil control and maximizing the efficiency of the Accusump.....  

Topics: Reducing Engine Wear, Product Tech, Engine Oil System Technology, How to Guides, Accusump

The Accusump is an important part of many oiling systems across the world. The Accusump can be an intimidating installation. To help simplify the process of selecting parts we have put together a quick list of the 4 pieces you will need to properly install the Accusump in your oiling system. 

Topics: Engine Maintenance, Reducing Engine Wear, Engine Oil System Technology, How to Guides, Accusump

The Accusump has been around for over 30 years. Since it was created the Accusump has saved countless engines, spared thousands of bank accounts and allowed racers to continue racing instead of needing costly engine rebuilds in the middle of racing season.  

The Accusump is a piston style Accumulator. To really understand what that means we need to break that down into two parts. Part one, what an Accumulator is, and part two, the benefits of the piston design.

Topics: Engine Maintenance, Reducing Engine Wear, Product Tech, Engine Oil System Technology, Accusump

   A lot of people assume that an oil pan is just an oil pan. The assumption is that it holds oil and that’s it. Simple and cheap is the way to go. The only time many people think about their oil pan is when it is time for engine maintenance and they need to drain the oil. However, for the more dedicated of auto enthusiasts an oil pan and subsequently an entire oiling system can be a matter of engine life and death. Many enthusiasts know that there are 3 types of basic oiling systems. (Click here to read that blog). Beyond the types of oiling systems there are specifics about how to set them up. With many different types and options for oiling systems we could go on for days. However, here we are just going to focus on the two most common materials used for oil pans.

Topics: Reviews & Comparisons, Engine Oil System Technology, Oil Pans

The oiling system is one of the most important parts of an engine.  Yet it is one of the most neglected and misunderstood.....Until a catastrophic failure occurs.  If you are part of the latter then we are sorry for your loss and are here to help make sure it doesn't happen again.  If you are ahead of the curve and addressing your oiling system before failure.  Congratulations!  You have made a great choice.

Topics: Oil Pans

It is common knowledge that engine maintenance is a necessary part of an engine. Maintenance costs money, time and can often lead to costly downtime.  Proper engine maintenance however can prevent premature wear and also improve efficiency over the life of an engine.  With modern technology it is common for standard automotive engines to last well into the 200k mile range and beyond.  A quick browse through the cheap cars listed on craigslist will confirm this.  There are many different things that can affect maintenance intervals for an engine.  The most obvious of those being how the engine is being used.  The three most common applications for engines are Standard Automotive, Marine, & Industrial Use.

Topics: Engine Maintenance

As anyone that has spent anytime under the hood of a car knows most coolant tanks are made of plastic.  In the majority of automotive applications the coolant tank is manufactured out of polyethylene.  The use of polyethylene as with anything else has advantages and disadvantages.   Lets look at why plastic may or may not be the best choice for you ... 

Topics: Reviews & Comparisons, Engine Cooling Technology, Tanks